Doctor accused of trying to kill his wife on Hawaii cliff was prone to ‘extreme jealousy,’ allegedly called son moments after attack

Dr. Gerhardt Konig, a 46-year-old anesthesiologist, made headlines when he was charged with second-degree attempted murder after allegedly attacking his wife, Arielle Konig, 36, at the Pali Lookout in Hawaii. The couple, who had been married for six years, had been experiencing marital issues leading up to the attack. Reports suggest that Konig had suspected his wife of having an affair and had become increasingly jealous and controlling.

Arielle, a prominent nuclear engineer, filed a restraining order against her husband, stating that he had accused her of cheating on him in December. Despite their struggles, the couple had been undergoing therapy to try and salvage their relationship. They had planned a weekend getaway to Oahu to celebrate Arielle’s birthday, leaving their young children at home.

The incident occurred during a hike near Pali Lookout, where Konig allegedly became enraged when his wife refused to take a picture with him. He reportedly tried to push her off the trail, physically assaulted her, and even attempted to inject her with syringes containing unknown substances. Fortunately, two women on the trail heard Arielle’s screams for help and intervened, preventing further harm.

Following the attack, Arielle learned that Konig had confessed to their adult child that he had tried to kill her. She expressed fear for her safety and the safety of her children and family, leading to a judge ordering Konig to be held without bail. Konig, who had previously worked as a University of Pittsburgh professor and UPMC anesthesiologist, is currently being held at the Oahu Community Correctional Center.

Maui Health, where Konig was employed as an anesthesiologist, released a statement addressing the allegations and confirming that Konig had been suspended pending investigation. The hospital emphasized its commitment to patient safety and upholding the highest standards of care.

The shocking incident has left many in the medical community and beyond reeling, as they grapple with the implications of a respected doctor being accused of such a heinous crime. The case continues to unfold as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the attempted murder and the dynamics of the Konig’s troubled marriage.